First In Families of the Southern Piedmont

09/08/2025

Developmental Disabilities Public Input Session - In Person and on Zoom!

The North Carolina Council on Developmental Disabilities (NCCDD) is hosting a public input session on August 14th at 6 pm at its Quarterly Meeting.

We want to hear from you on:
- Your Disability Related Concerns (School, Medicaid, Employment and more)
- Your Hopes and Dreams, and
- Your Experiences!

Join us on August 14th in Cary!

What: Raleigh Developmental Disabilities Public Input Session
Where: Virtual (Zoom) and In-Person (131 Columbus Avenue, Cary, NC, 27518)
When: August 14, 6pm-7:30pm

Register here: https://bit.ly/5YP_PublicInput

31/07/2025

Are you a person with I/DD, a family member, or an I/DD community member?

Your opinion helps NCCDD work with partners to build better programs for the community.

Take the survey now and help guide the next 5 years, then share this post to help us spread the word!

Link: https://bit.ly/NCCDD_5YP

13/07/2025

FREE Monthly- Virtual learning Series

Here's a resource for our families who are interested in learning more about Family Projects through our Partners In Care Grant.
We are set to host our kick-off on July 15th from 6-7PM.

You’ll dive into: Real stories that spark connection and collective action. Proven strategies to build inclusive, lasting community efforts. Fresh ways to recognize strengths... and shift narrative beyond disability. Creative tools to grow relationships and energize community involvement.

Register here: https://starfirecouncil-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/NzcYtBGoQNuYFa2pmZeRaw #/registration

12/07/2025

09/07/2025

Did you know that for over 55 years we have enhanced the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities in Union County? We are not only the largest employer of adults with developmental disabilities in Union County but also are proud to offer habilitative services to these individuals as well.

Visit https://www.uniondiversifiedindustries.org to schedule a tour of a beautiful campus in Monroe or to inquire about our services, programs, and industrial support offerings.

20/05/2025

Free Webinar!
WAZE to Adulthood: For Parents & Professional

When it comes to planning for life after high school, it's important to think about working, learning, and living in our communities. These topics all play a part in the various paths a person may choose to take in pursuing their independent living goals. This training will provide basic information related to independent living and the services that are available.

Choose one date to attend:

May 20, 2025 | 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm (EST)
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/1417405019613/WN_pxMTiviuQBK6KJ7R6v1ivA #/

June 3, 2025 | 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm (EST)
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/6117405008165/WN_mmqGd1PBQoe4btUeXZWvfQ #/registration

20/05/2025

Children with autism are much more likely than others to elope. As summer approaches, there are steps that parents and friends can take to help minimize the risks.

20/05/2025

Technology giant Apple is introducing a host of new features aimed at helping those with various disabilities.